Archive for October, 2008

Aldabra Giant Tortoise

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Common Name:  Aldabra Giant Tortoise
Other Common Names:  Giant Tortoise, Aldabra Tortoise
Scientific Name:  Aldabrachelys   gigantea
Group:  Tortoises
Origin or Range:    Aldabra Atoll
Relative Size:       Much larger than average
Average Lifespan:  100 year(s)
Compatibility: Average
Animal Description:
The Aldabra Tortoise is one of the largest tortoises in the world. They are an endangered species and are not commonly kept as private pets, although the Aldabra Tortoise is a [...]

Beavers Help to Reduce Negative Effects of Droughts

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

Beavers are key members of the wetland communities they inhabit, especially in times of drought. Scientists from the University of Alberta, Canada, found that when beavers and their dams are…
Source:Beavers Help to Reduce Negative Effects of Droughts
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ALBINO CORN SNAKE

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Genus species : Elaphe guttata guttata
Common Name: Corn snake
Age : About 7 years old
Coloration :Pigment is an albino corn snake; however he is only missing one of the pigments, the brown one.  His eyes are red. Albino corn snakes also have stunning, ruby-red eyes. The corn snake belongs to the largest [...]

Allard’s Anemone fish (Clownfish)

Friday, October 24th, 2008

Scientific Name : Amphiprion allardi
Reef Compatible : Yes
Care Level : Intermediate
Disposition : Semi-aggressive
Min. Tank Size : 50 gallons
Mature Size : 6 inches
Diet : Omnivore
Range : Africa
Other Common Names: Allard’s Clownish

Description : Allard’s Clownish are one of the more sought after species, as they are relatively rare and hard to find. [...]

Tigers - WWF

Friday, October 24th, 2008

See photos, subspecises profiles, distribution maps, and conservation information about the tiger, the largest of all cats. Also includes the WWF’s tiger study, a comprehensive scientific study of tiger habitats.More Sites about Tiger Conservation and Research
Source:Tigers - WWF
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